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MatTime
5 ★★★★★ 84 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Penryn, California
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mattime.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (916) 778-0128
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My 6 year old was really keen to try the kids' wrestling program (and to be honest, I was a little apprehensive), but it's been the best thing we could've done for him.”
“Walking into a new sport as a teenager is never easy, Coach Jim has made it a great experience for her.”
“Whether your child is brand new to wrestling or already experienced, this is a great place to learn, compete, and build character.”
“Watching her confidence increase and self defense improve has been a great thing to witness.”
“Whether your child is brand new to wrestling or already experienced, this is a great place to learn, compete, and build character.”
Other martial arts here
“My 6 year old was really keen to try the kids' wrestling program (and to be honest, I was a little apprehensive), but it's been the best thing we could've done for him.”
What members say
“Walking into a new sport as a teenager is never easy, Coach Jim has made it a great experience for her.”
“Jim and all the coaches do jiu jitsu right and that shows in the positive, friendly community that they have inspired.”
“I really like the fact the coaches spend a lot of time drilling technique, but still let the kids do a little bit of live wrestling at the end of each practice.”
“The owner and staff at MatTime had our son start with Jiu Jitsu and he loved it.”
“They are attentive, have a huge depth of knowledge, train the kids safely, keep them on task, and foster discipline and respect amongst all of the athletes.”
From the reviews
Our family loves Mat Time. We have sent two of our sons through their youth wrestling program, and we have been nothing but impressed. They offer programs that challenge and grow kids of all ages. The coaches are engaging and fun, yet firm and consistent.
I have only good things to say about MatTime. My 6 year old was really keen to try the kids' wrestling program (and to be honest, I was a little apprehensive), but it's been the best thing we could've done for him. Jim (and Coach Elena) have been supportive, patient, and incredibly welcoming.
My 12 year old son started training here a couple weeks ago and I was incredibly impressed with the coach and gym. The coach is awesome and the gym is very clean. It has a great waiting area with a big window to watch the students train. My son loves it and I would highly recommend Mat Time.
MatTime is wonderful! My 12 year old son has been learning jiu jitsu for a few months and he loves it. The coach is amazing with the kids. So happy we found this place!
New to BJJ? Start at MatTime
MatTime comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at MatTime
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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